Russell Smith
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Russell Smith is an independent IT consultant. He has been working in IT since 2000, specializing in systems management and security.
Email address: rms45@rsitc.com
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30 results found for Russell Smith, displaying items 1 - 20
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ACL Enhancements in Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008
Recent ACL changes in the Windows OS aren't game-changing, but a strong understanding of the small modifications can help simplify security management and resolve permissions-related problems in your environment.
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Default Accounts and Groups – Security Principles
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Access Inheritance Flags
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July 22, 2009 |
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Prevent Data Leaks by Restricting RDP Files
Use Desktop Connection 6.1 client in Windows Vista SP1 and XP SP3 along with Group Policy and you’ll ensure users don’t transfer data to a rogue terminal server.
Windows IT Pro
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June 2, 2009 |
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App-V Streaming and Sequencing
App-V has a server component to let the client stream virtual applications on demand from a server and run apps offline. IT departments can sequence programs once and stream them to desktops and terminal servers without testing for application conflicts.
Windows IT Pro
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June 1, 2009 |
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App-V Security
Use App-V's SystemGuard, MSI utility, and Sequencer to deploy virtual applications seamlessly in secured environments, protecting the integrity of desktops and terminal servers.
Windows IT Pro
How to Allow Shortcuts When Using SRP on Windows XP Workstations
If you enable Software Restriction Policy (SRP) and set the default security level to Disallowed on Windows XP workstations, the built-in rules won't allow users to launch applications from desktop shortcuts. Here's a workaround to allow shortcuts.
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Windows Server 2008’s Fine-Grained Password Policies
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January 29, 2009 |
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Windows Server 2008’s Fine-Grained Password Policies
Use FGPPs to apply different password policies to various categories of users in your domain.
Windows IT Pro
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December 25, 2008 |
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Securing FTP Sites Using FTP Publishing Service for IIS 7.0
The FTP Publishing Service for IIS 7.0 lets you securely transfer user credentials and data using FTPS and provides improved authentication options.
Windows IT Pro
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December 22, 2008 |
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Ease Security Headaches
Review some common security aggravations—such as ad-hoc wireless networks, Internet Explorer’s password AutoComplete feature, UAC improvements, third-party application updates, and application virtualization—and learn how to handle them.
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VIPRE Enterprise 3.1
Sunbelt Software’s latest version of its VIPRE antivirus product is easy to use and delivers basic virus protection, but the product lacks scalability.
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August 28, 2008 |
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Use SteadyState to Manage Shared Computers
SteadyState lets you use Windows Disk Protection to roll back system partitions to a known state, configure computer and user restrictions, and schedule software updates.
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Secure Active Directory With XML-Based Templates
Microsoft's new .admx template format lets you centrally store admin files and reduces the amount of data you need to replicate between DCs. You can even create custom .admx templates to suit your needs.
Windows IT Pro
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August 8, 2008 |
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Configuring SSL VPNs for Secure Public-Terminal Connections
Windows Vista SP1 and Server 2008 users can use SSL VPNs to securely connect to remote sites from public terminals. Use this guide to configure a secure VPN using Microsoft's new VPN protocol, SSTP, and HTTPS without installing additional client software.
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June 5, 2008 |
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Secure Your Desktops Using SRPs’ Hidden Security Levels
Enterprise users who operate workstations and laptops as administrators pose a security risk. Learn how software restriction policies (SRPs), restricted access tokens, and the Runas command can limit exposure to malicious code and maintain productivity.
Windows IT Pro
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June 5, 2008 |
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Introduction to Software Restriction Policies
Microsoft introduced software restriction policies (Safer) in Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP so administrators could block hostile code and dangerous applications. Here is a short introduction to how Safer identifies and shuts out malicious programs.
Windows IT Pro
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February 14, 2008 |
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3 Issuers of Digital Certificates
In Outlook 2007, the S/MIME standard requires that email messages be encrypted with a digital certificate, and in other programs, adding a certificate to a document provides authentication and integrity. Obtain a certificate from one of three entities.
Windows IT Pro
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February 14, 2008 |
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Office 2007's Security Features in a Legacy Office Environment
Use Microsoft Office Isolated Conversion Environment (MOICE) to bring the more secure Office 2007 file formats to earlier Office versions. And learn about Office 2007's File Block, encryption, and authentication features.
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Windows Without Windows
Windows Server 2008 introduces Server Core, which dispenses with the GUI for a leaner, more secure system. A few basic commands will get you going with this new OS version.
Windows IT Pro
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